Please note that selected branches are trialling a part-recycled MOT Type 1 and may supply this product in a black bulk bag instead of the usual green. The product will still meet the same exacting standards.
Minimum packed weight of 800kg +/- 5%
Acts as a weed suppressant
Suitable for gardens, patios and driveways
Ideal for commercial use
Delivered in bulk bags for large project quantities
Technical specification
Brand Name
Unbranded
Weight
800 kg per bag (can range up to 850kg depending on moisture content.)
Colour
Varies Regionally
Usage
The industry-standard aggregate for high-strength, load-bearing foundations. When compacted, it forms a dense, stable sub-base vital beneath asphalt, paving, patios, walkways, and slabs to prevent settlement and failure.
Aquarium Friendly
No
Package Type
Bulk Bag
Type
MOT Type 1 Sub Base
Coverage
Patios & Shed Bases: 4.5 to 5m2 per bulk bag at 100mm. Driveways: 3m² per bulk bag at 150mm. Paths: 9.5m² per bulk bag at 50mm.
Very pleased with my Type 1, looks great quality. Service from the driver was top notch. Called before he arrived to let me know he was on the way. Fast and efficient service, the driver was called Stan. I will certainly be using Travis again.
Transform your outdoor space with the rich, contemporary tones of our 40mm Plum Slate Bulk Bag. Sourced from premium regional quarries, this highly popular decorative aggregate features flat, angular chippings that provide a sleek, modern finish to any landscaping project. Boasting deep purple and heather-pink undertones, plum slate offers a dynamic visual element for your garden. It displays a soft, subtle matte pastel look when completely dry, but truly comes to life when wet—deepening into an incredibly rich, reflective, and dramatic purple-indigo shade during rainfall.
Brand Name
Unbranded
Weight
800 kg per bag (may varies slightly with natural moisture content.)
Colour
Plum / Deep Purple
Coverage
Approximately 10m2 per bag at a standard depth of 50mm.
Usage
Primarily used for decorative horticultural landscaping, 40mm slate's flat, interlocking surface makes it ideal for footpaths and walkways, offering a smoother, more navigable surface than rounded gravel. It is also commonly used for garden bed edging, mulching (with ground membrane to boost moisture retention and suppress weeds), building rockeries, and defining paved patios.
This distinctive Everest Blue gravel is a soft blend of pale grey and blue tones, produced from natural marble tiles and cut-offs. Its subtly rustic appearance makes it ideal for refreshing and brightening a wide range of landscapes. The gentle mix of grey and blue brings an understated elegance, lending a refined and contemporary finish without overpowering its surroundings. Perfect for use around plants in flowerbeds and borders, Everest Blue gravel also helps retain moisture in the soil and provides an effective, traditional solution for suppressing weeds.
Flamenco Gravel 20mm is a beautiful decorative aggregate featuring a natural blend of soft pinks, greys, and whites. The varied colouring creates a warm yet refined appearance, making it an excellent choice for enhancing traditional and contemporary garden settings alike. Perfectly suited for garden paths, driveways, general landscaping, and decorative features, Flamenco Gravel adds a touch of elegance and lasting character to any outdoor design.
Panda Gravel 20mm is a durable marble-based material that combines Black Basalt and Everest Icey Blue. Ideal for feature areas, garden lanterns, fountain dressing, driveways, landscaping, aquatics, pathways, and borders, its modern aesthetic enhances any landscape. When wet, the gravel sparkles, making it especially appealing for water features. As a naturally quarried product, it comes in various sizes and is designed for longevity.
Transform your outdoor space with the rich, contemporary tones of our 40mm Plum Slate Bulk Bag. Sourced from premium regional quarries, this highly popular decorative aggregate features flat, angular chippings that provide a sleek, modern finish to any landscaping project. Boasting deep purple and heather-pink undertones, plum slate offers a dynamic visual element for your garden. It displays a soft, subtle matte pastel look when completely dry, but truly comes to life when wet—deepening into an incredibly rich, reflective, and dramatic purple-indigo shade during rainfall.
This distinctive Everest Blue gravel is a soft blend of pale grey and blue tones, produced from natural marble tiles and cut-offs. Its subtly rustic appearance makes it ideal for refreshing and brightening a wide range of landscapes. The gentle mix of grey and blue brings an understated elegance, lending a refined and contemporary finish without overpowering its surroundings. Perfect for use around plants in flowerbeds and borders, Everest Blue gravel also helps retain moisture in the soil and provides an effective, traditional solution for suppressing weeds.
Flamenco Gravel 20mm is a beautiful decorative aggregate featuring a natural blend of soft pinks, greys, and whites. The varied colouring creates a warm yet refined appearance, making it an excellent choice for enhancing traditional and contemporary garden settings alike. Perfectly suited for garden paths, driveways, general landscaping, and decorative features, Flamenco Gravel adds a touch of elegance and lasting character to any outdoor design.
Panda Gravel 20mm is a durable marble-based material that combines Black Basalt and Everest Icey Blue. Ideal for feature areas, garden lanterns, fountain dressing, driveways, landscaping, aquatics, pathways, and borders, its modern aesthetic enhances any landscape. When wet, the gravel sparkles, making it especially appealing for water features. As a naturally quarried product, it comes in various sizes and is designed for longevity.